Tilbury Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Tilbury’s crime rate in January 2025 stood at 9.2 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 29.6% above the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This figure, while showing an 18.6% decrease from the previous month, remains a significant concern for a built-up area within Thurrock. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 35.3% of all reported incidents, with a rate of 3.2 per 1,000—27% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 14.0% of crimes at a rate of 1.3 per 1,000, 33% above the national benchmark. Vehicle crime, at 1.0 per 1,000, was 144% above the UK average, likely influenced by the area’s infrastructure and traffic patterns. These figures contrast with the UK-wide context, where vehicle crime typically occurs at a much lower rate. Seasonal factors appear to play a role, as January’s post-holiday period and shorter daylight hours may have reduced opportunities for retail-related crimes but not for violent or anti-social incidents. The data also reveals a marked divergence in crime types compared to the UK average, with Tilbury’s violent crime rate elevated relative to the national profile. This pattern may be linked to local demographics, such as the presence of a transient population or ongoing social challenges in the area. While the overall rate declined from December, the persistence of violent and property crimes suggests that targeted interventions may be necessary to address these specific issues.

The most dramatic month-on-month change in January 2025 was a 100% increase in theft from the person, rising from 0 to 1 reported incident. This sharp rise, though based on a single event, underscores the unpredictability of low-frequency crimes in the area. Concurrently, vehicle crime surged by 50% (10 to 15 incidents), likely linked to seasonal factors such as post-holiday vehicle movement or changes in parking patterns. In contrast, other crime dropped by two-thirds (6 to 2), a decline that may reflect temporary disruptions in reporting or enforcement. Tilbury’s violent crime rate (3.2 per 1,000) remains 27% above the UK average, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 35.3% of all crimes. This category’s persistence despite the overall rate decline highlights ongoing challenges in addressing violent crime in the built-up area.

Tilbury’s crime rate in January 2025 (9.2 per 1,000 residents) marks an 18.6% decrease from the previous month’s 11.3 per 1,000, reflecting a notable shift in local crime dynamics. This reduction aligns with typical post-holiday patterns, where reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours may temper opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 4 crimes per day over the 31-day period, a figure that, while modest, remains a local benchmark without UK-wide equivalents. When considering monthly exposure, the data shows that over the course of January, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 109 residents. This ratio provides a tangible measure of risk for residents, though it does not account for variations in population density or spatial distribution within the built-up area. The decline from the prior month suggests potential seasonal influences, though further analysis would be needed to confirm if this trend persists into subsequent months.